Vatican says Pope Francis remains in critical condition and blood tests show early kidney failure but he remains alert and “well-oriented.” ...

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“Pope Francis is touched by the numerous messages of affection and closeness that he continues to receive in these hours,” ...

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Hundreds gathered for Sunday mass at New York City’s St. Patrick’s Cathedral to pray for Pope Francis, who remains in ...

The kidney ailment appears to be in an early stage, the Vatican said, adding that the pontiff is still receiving high flows ...

Pope Francis remains in critical condition with early kidney failure, Vatican says - Pope Francis, 88, continues to battle ...

The statement also said the Holy Father “continues to be alert and well oriented” and is still receiving oxygen therapy “at ...

Francis, 88, is in critical condition at a Rome hospital with a complex lung infection. The Vatican said he was "alert and ...